Windows 11 TPM: Is it Required And What’s it Used For?

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Updated onApril 3, 2024

updated onApril 3, 2024

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Since the Windows 11 leak and installation tests, TPM (Trusted Platform Module) stole a bit from the center stage and became the no.1 enemy for early adopters.

So what is TPM and how does it work? In this guide, we’ll find that out!

What is TPM and how is it related to Windows 11?

What is TPM 2.0?

The Trusted Platform Module is a little chip that can be embedded on a motherboard or a code that runs on your CPU.

In a computer, this chip is there to supply a cryptographic key to unlock your PC. If your device was stolen and the wrongdoer is trying to steal the data from your encrypted drive, the key won’t work and the PC won’t boot.

TPM is usually used for boot protection, but it can be used by email clients for encryption or key signing.

There are two types available:

What do I need to do to check if my computer has TPM 2.0?

Yes, Windows 11 needs TPM 2.0 to install on your PC but before jumping to any conclusions or make any purchases, do a Windows 11 TPM check by performing the steps above.

However, there are many issues why your PC might not be able to run Windows 11. If you want to make sure that you can, run thePC Health Check app.

Turn on TPM 2.0

If yourTPM is malfunctioningfor some reason, you can also check out our expert guide to fix that problem quickly.

We also have a guide on how toenable TPM without BIOS, so don’t miss it.

What do I do if I don’t have TPM 2.0?

If you don’t have TPM on your PC, there’s a way to perform aWindows 11 TPM 2.0 bypass.

This Windows 11 TPM workaround is, however, a temporary solution and we don’t know if Microsoft will decide to do something against it or not.

For a more reliable solution, we have a nice guide aboutTPM chips, where to buy them from, and even a price comparison so you will know exactly what to do.

Although TPM is a requirement,some Windows 11 systems will run without TPM 2.0, but in most cases, thePC must support TPM 2.0to run Windows 11.

Before you go, don’t miss our guide on thedifferences between TPM 1.2 and 2.0to learn more.

Windows 11 TPM: Is it Required And What’s it Used For?#

What is TPM and how is it related to Windows 11?#

What is TPM 2.0?#

What do I need to do to check if my computer has TPM 2.0?#

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What do I do if I don’t have TPM 2.0?#